Investments

African American Male Achievement

$4 Million
​​raised in support of the Office of African American Male Achievement as of December 2024
17
philanthropic partners invested in this innovative strategy
3rd
highest increase in Black male Pre-k enrollment in the nation
79%
of Kingmaker students are on track to graduate, compared to 71% of Black peers
71%
of Kingmaker students said they have a teacher who teaches them about their culture & history, compared to 42% of Black peers
86%
Black male graduation rate, third best in the nation

The Office of African American Male Achievement was established to reimagine and build a school system that intentionally cultivates the strength of Black boys and teens, ensuring each and every Black student recognizes their own potential and feels supported in their education. By listening to the expressed concerns of Black male students, AAMA will create a framework that aligns work and practices across the district to ensure SPS has the culture, conditions, staff competencies, and community connections in place for all Black boys and teens to excel in their education.

Awards And Scholarships

$25,000
grant awarded to two principals every year for use in their school
23
Foster Award winners 2000-2023
$550,000+
awarded to SPS leaders and schools since 2000

​​The Alliance for Education gives numerous awards to educators and school leaders in the district annually showcasing the leadership of those that work tirelessly to support students, with a focus on those committed to advancing racial equity. One of these awards is the Thomas B. Foster Award for Excellence that champions Seattle Public Schools principals who advance educational justice and racial equity in their schools. Every year, two $25,000 educational grants are awarded to selected principals.